HCR Hewitsons‘ private client department has a considerable presence in Cambridge, from inheritance tax and succession planning, to trust administration and the full suite of tax advice to trusts, the practice is a robust choice for any matter in the realm of private tax, trusts and probate. At the helm of the practice, Daniel Curtis advises on the full range of work and has notable experience acting for clients with foreign property or who are domiciled abroad. The ’outstanding’ and ‘collaborative’ Bernadette O’Reilly and Katherine Hague are key figures in the team, both excelling in capital tax planning work. Elizabeth Davies is a strong choice for high-level estate planning, and Lisa Millington specialises in advising farmers and landowners on all aspects of personal and business succession planning.
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‘I have always found them to be friendly, professional and knowledgeable.’
‘I mostly deal with Bernadette O'Reilly and find her easy to work with and approachable.’
‘Practical and caring.’
‘We recommend Elizabeth Davies.’
‘Technical expertise, ability to explain to clients, commercial awareness, proactive, able to work to tight deadlines.’
‘Katherine Hague and Bernadette O'Reilly are both outstanding. collaborative, high technical expertise and practical knowledge and experience aids implementation.’
Lawyers
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Daniel Curtis
Elizabeth Davies
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Daniel Curtis
Other key lawyers
Bernadette O'Reilly; Elizabeth Davies; Katherine Hague; Lisa Millington; Kelly Wardell